Cruise LLC, General Motors' autonomous vehicle division, admitted to submitting a false report to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) regarding a crash in San Francisco on October 2, 2023, where its driverless car dragged a pedestrian. The incident occurred after a human-driven car hit the pedestrian, propelling her into the path of the Cruise vehicle. The report omitted crucial details about the vehicle dragging the pedestrian more than 20 feet, which was later revealed through a video shown to NHTSA. As a result, Cruise reached a deferred prosecution agreement with the U.S. Attorney's Office, agreeing to pay a $500,000 fine and comply with certain conditions to avoid criminal charges. The agreement emphasizes the necessity for companies operating autonomous vehicles to maintain transparency and truthfulness in regulatory compliance. This case underscores the importance of accurate reporting in ensuring public safety on the roads.